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110 Phuket drug users released from voluntary government rehab
110 Phuket drug users released from voluntary government rehab
PHUKET: A total of 110 people who undertook a “voluntary” government drug-rehabilitation program were released on Saturday (Jan 19) in the hopes that the users will discover a new way of life free from drugs.
Futsal League 2019
Futsal League 2019
Is your child interested in football? Would they enjoy enhancing their football skills whilst spending time with friends? At British International School Phuket, the Cruzeiro Saturday morning league will allow your child to play fun, competitive football at the incredible facilities. Bring them along to either U9/U11 or U13/U15 fixtures at the advertised times! See you there!
Join chef Massimiliano Celeste for an exclusive culinary experience
Join chef Massimiliano Celeste for an exclusive culinary experience
JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa is giving you the opportunity to unveil a world of gas­tronomic delights with an exclusive dining experience. Italian Michelin star chef Massimiliano Ce­leste and his sous chef Rob­erto Ognibene are generously taking time out from the one- Michelin-starred Il Portale restaurant, Verbania, Italy to cook for diners at the resort.
Phuket officials, Soi Dog continue anti-rabies campaign
Phuket officials, Soi Dog continue anti-rabies campaign
PHUKET: The rabies quarantine zone across a large part of Phuket remains in force as local municipalities join forces with the renowned Phuket-based Soi Dog Foundation (SDF) to have the at-risk dog and cat population vaccinated for the disease.
Habits, the way forward: Setting children up for success in 2019 and beyond
Habits, the way forward: Setting children up for success in 2019 and beyond
What can you do to help keep your child passionate about learning and increase the likelihood of school success followed by university success? The following are some everyday suggestions for home and school.
Two monks slain in latest southern attack
Two monks slain in latest southern attack
NARATHIWAT: The government and National Office of Buddhism (NOB) are laying out safety measures to protect monks in the southern border provinces after a fatal attack at a temple in Narathiwat that killed two monks and injured two others.
China penalty sends Thailand home
China penalty sends Thailand home
ABU DHABI: China defeated Thailand 2-1, eliminating the War Elephants from the Asian Cup 2019 tournament on Sunday night (Jan 20).
Blazing Saddles: Cycling to 70
Blazing Saddles: Cycling to 70
I have in my hand a slightly dog-eared, black and white photo of a smiling three-year-old me looking optimistically into the camera. I am sitting among blooming flowers in the back garden of the house in which I grew up in the English Midlands. Just out of frame is my first bicycle, red and yellow with a bashed mudguard. It seems that even at this tender age I’d already mas­tered the noble art of riding into things.
Bay Regatta aims bigger
Bay Regatta aims bigger
SAILING: The 22nd Bay Regatta is expected to be the biggest yet and will firmly stand out as one of South East Asia’s finest yachting events.
Asia Pop 40 counts down the top 140 songs in Asia of 2018
Asia Pop 40 counts down the top 140 songs in Asia of 2018
Throughout January, the re­gion’s first and only syndi­cated radio chart countdown programme, Asia Pop 40, will once again count down the most popular 140 songs from 2018 over four weekly episodes.
Phuket Opinion: ‘Reviving’ drowning victims
Phuket Opinion: ‘Reviving’ drowning victims
PHUKET: Since the beginning of the practice of medicine, medical professionals have been trying to “bring people back from the dead”. The treatments and procedures used today are dramatically different than those used decades ago, yet with all our progress, only 45% of victims of sudden cardiac arrest survive until hospital discharge.
Snorkelling: safe or dangerous? It’s up to you
Snorkelling: safe or dangerous? It’s up to you
Ocean snorkelling is a staple activity amongst tourists vis­iting Phuket, and for good rea­son. The surrounding waters contain dozens of beautiful islands and reefs, perfect for a beautiful day with the fishes. So, fully-stocked beach bag in hand, you climb aboard the van that will whisk you away to your next Phuket fantasy trip. Beautiful and ex­otic sea life awaits.
Spurs star Kane out until March with ankle injury
Spurs star Kane out until March with ankle injury
FOOTBALL: Tottenham striker Harry Kane will be sidelined until March after suffering ankle ligament damage in last Sunday’s defeat against Manchester United.
2017 Honda Jazz
2017 Honda Jazz
2017 Honda Jazz, Silver, Excellent Condition, Alloy Wheels, Keyless Entry, Push Button Start, Driven Only 11,800 km, Dealer Maintained
Man slain in Saphan Hin street shooting
Man slain in Saphan Hin street shooting
PHUKET: Police are investigating the slaying of a local councillor’s son in a street shooting near Saphan Hin early this morning (Jan 19).
One for all
One for all
SAILING: The S\V14 dinghy developed by Disabled Sailing Thailand will make its European debut in Germany this weekend, when the first S\V14 dinghy off the production line goes on display at the Düsseldorf International Boat Show.
Sunday Best: The Nai Harn’s Cosmo restaurant enters the brunch game
Sunday Best: The Nai Harn’s Cosmo restaurant enters the brunch game
Brunch. Sunday’s social staple; a final foodie farewell to the weekend. But how to take your pick in Phuket’s satu­rated brunch market? Well, if high-end, high-quality, hillside brunch with a view is your niche, look no further than ‘The Great Nai Harn Sunday brunch’ at the five-star resort’s Cosmo restaurant.
Model claiming Trump secrets ’dragged’ into Russian detention
Model claiming Trump secrets ’dragged’ into Russian detention
MOSCOW: A Belarusian model who claimed she had proof of Russian collusion with the Trump election campaign was in custody Friday after police “dragged” her from a transit zone in Moscow’s airport, her lawyer told AFP.
Five soldiers injured by bombs, insurgent killed
Five soldiers injured by bombs, insurgent killed
NARATHIWAT: Frightened children huddled on the classroom floor amid the sound of gunfire and a helicopter hovering overhead as security forces and militants clashed in a rubber plantation near their school in Chanae District yesterday morning (Jan 18).
SEC punishes top Bangkok Airways shareholders
SEC punishes top Bangkok Airways shareholders
BANGKOK: The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has imposed a civil sanction on three major shareholders of SET-listed Bangkok Airways Plc (BA), including billionaire Prasert Prasarttong-Osoth, on the grounds of stock manipulation of the share price.